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Hiram vs Ashby

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hiram

Boy #1,768 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"exalted brother"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American Freemasonry tradition

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,768
Total SSA Count
93
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Ashby

Boy #5,889 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"ash tree farm, settlement by ash trees"

Origin: Old Norse

Cultural Roots

English American Anglo-Saxon

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,889
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Ashby Rank #5,889

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 vs #5889 for Ashby.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Ashby more popular?

Hiram is more popular, ranked #1768 compared to Ashby at #5889 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Ashby mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Ashby means "ash tree farm, settlement by ash trees" (Old Norse origin).

Are Hiram and Ashby boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Ashby is primarily a boy name.

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